Kelly Wearstler's Design Essentials, Plus Her Best Advice

Her distinctive, maximalist approach extends beyond riveting rooms. Hotels, furniture, accessories — she has created her own universe, complete with a flagship Hollywood store. See her design must-haves and best tips.

Loft Bedroom

Loft Bedroom

Wearstler layered textures, shapes, and materials to create a sumptuous bedroom in a New York City loft. "The homeowners wanted a space that felt sexy, but where they could also just hang out," the designer says. The furniture is a mix of vintage and custom — French 1970s light fixtures, a one-of-a-kind leather-upholstered bed. The stained-walnut walls are finished with wax.